Longline Deckhand

About the role

The primary job responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, working on-board our fishing vessel operating off the western coasts of Washington and Alaska. The Deckhand is expected to assist the Bosun in bringing fish aboard the vessel in a safe and timely manner. Additionally, the Deckhand will be responsible for maintaining gear and equipment to optimize fishing operations.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair and modify lines and gear as directed by the Bosun.
• Pull and guide net, cod-ends, and line during haul-backs.
• Release fish into hold tanks and manually clear fish from the net.
• Spool and splice various types of rope (e.g. three strand, braided, double braided).
• Operate hoisting equipment (e.g. winches and cranes) to move fishing gear, cod ends, equipment and product and supplies during backload and offload.
• Absorb inventory of deck equipment and supplies.
• Responsible for proper stowage of nets and gear between seasons.
• Responsible for manning a lifeboat station during drills or in the event of an actual abandon ship maneuver, pass out survival suits and direct crew to safety.
• May stand wheel watch in an emergency situation when holding an AB document.
• Keep deck area free from ice obstructions and debris.
• Maintain a high standard of personal and crew safety in adverse weather conditions.
• Participate in drills, required safety training, and any other company required courses.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• This position reports directly to the Deck Boss
• Seasonal Crew Contract Status: Non Exempt – Seasonal
• 401k and Health Benefits upon eligibility
• Coastal Villages Region Fund has a zero tolerance Drug and Alcohol Policy.
• This is a safety sensitive position, and impairment by any amount of drugs or alcohol may result in undue harm to self or others.

Qualifications

• Current Crane Operators Certificate
• USCG AB license is strongly desired
• Minimum of two years experience as a Deckhand aboard a commercial fishing vessel

Skills

• Ability to work consecutive, long and variable work shifts for extended periods of time
• Capable of working in a strenuous and sometimes hazardous environment
• Capable of grabbing, holding or gripping rope, rails, equipment and vessel structures for frequent periods of time
• Capable of bending, crouching, climbing up and down, safely ascending and descending ladders, working in small and confined spaces
• Capable of lifting 11-20 pounds from the floor to the waist and above the shoulders and occasionally lifting 50-100 pounds in the same manner
• Capable of pushing, pulling and carrying 20-50 pounds and on a limited basis 50-100 pounds in the same manner
• Peripheral, distance and depth perception abilities
• Ability to determine shades, colors and shadows
• Medical clearance for use of a tight fitting respirator

Benefits

• 401k and Health Benefits upon eligibility

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details about the schedule are not specified in the job posting.